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Best of the Rest -- Old Lady and AirbagAn young man driving a convertible in a big hurry. An old lady carrying a bag in a cross walk. Who do you think comes out on top in this confrontation?
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My Fair Lady, IndeedJulie Andrews is one of my all-time favorite actresses. When my brother and I were kids, we would sit for HOURS watching movies like Mary Poppins and My Fair Lady. I watched The Sound of Music over and over, trying to be just like Maria, the young nun...
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Jim SkinnerJim Skinner is 85 years old and says he doesn't have time for "old lady games."
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Eleanor RooseveltBorn: Oct. 11, 1884
Died: Nov. 7, 1962
American First Lady, humanitarian, and diplomat who became one of the most admired women in the world. -
How Sweet It IsA divorce left Patti Schmidt a single mom who needed a job. She wanted to cook, but the only opening she found was for a dessert chef -- her biggest weakness. She worked like a mad scientist until she baked a reputation as the Dessert Lady.
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Locks of LoveAfter being diagnosed with cancer, Peggy Hartzog's first thoughts were about her own wants. But she soon began to think more about the needs of others. That's when she remembered her old red hair. The result was a very unusual donation.
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ACT 4 THE CONCLUSIONWhen the Act 3 saga ended, I had returned from war to my friends and family. While I was away, my parents had moved from Catalina to a little town called Hemet, Ca.. Several months later, after spending time working on Catalina Island, I moved to Hemet....
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Georgia KleinhenzWe all know the little old lady that lived in a shoe, but Georgia Kleinhenz is known as the Legendary Little Old Lady on a Bike. She got her name because of how many six-day bicycle tours she's done. Can you say 28?
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Donna FargoBelting out country music tunes, Donna Fargo has more to sing about than just love and life – she's got a political message to tell. The Grammy-award winning music legend is taking her music to new levels.
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BOO!!!In celebration of Halloween which I still don’t quite understand, I pay homage to the many ways that people scare the crap out of others in order to receive pleasure...very disturbing.Our BFF, Sweet Pea, sent me a totally nondescript email link to a...
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Singing the Blues to Overcome ThemJacqueline Jones was a beloved jazz singer, when suddenly everything fell apart. She suffered a brain aneurysm, had both knees replaced and her son and husband died. Life throws challenges at us all. She faced hers head-on.
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Jose FelicianoThe man who has been called the world's greatest living guitarist talks to Growing Bolder about his legendary career.
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Jazz on the WaterThe other night my wife and I along with some friends went on a little cruise on the Indian River Lagoon. It was the annual WFIT Indian River Queen Paddleboat Cruise where two hundred sixty Jazz aficionados/WFIT supporters gather on the ninety-nine foot...
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NO GROUP FOR ME HEREI was so "happy" when I heard about "The Red Hat Society!" I went out and I bought myself the very "last" red hat with a big purple band of lace around it and a big purple rose on it and a pair of red slip on sandals and clutch purse then came home and...
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McCain's VP Selection and Obama's Acceptance SpeechEverywhere you look -- people are Growing Bolder! And the political world is reeling because this just in: John McCain has selected the person who will be by his side for the 2008 presidential race. Meet Sarah Palin, the GOP candidate for vice...
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ODD Jobs!
Being an entrepreneur...or a “Jill of all trades and a mistress of none,” which is how I’ve always described myself...I’ve found myself involved in some pretty bizarre employment ‘opportunities.’My first job was on top...
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Picture of the Day and Birthdays: June 8One of the coolest cars ever built, this is one of two 1953 Cadillacs designed and built by Ghia of Turin, Italy. It was purchased by Saudi Prince Aly Khan as a gift to his wife, actress Rita Hayworth.
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Bird Lady of Altamonte Headed For HeavenAnn Young died. And if you listen very close you can tell. Songbirds aren't singing quite as sweet. She was the best friend wild birds ever had. Thousands owe her their lives. Thousands more won't survive now that she's gone. She...
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Brenda LeeBrenda Lee is a little bit country and a little bit rock 'n' roll. Actually, she's a lot of both. She's the only woman in music history to be inducted into the hall of fame for both and will be awarded with the Pioneer Award this year.
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Give These Guys a MedalIt takes months -- sometimes years -- of training, sweating and sacrifice to make it to the elite Senior Games, whether it's at the state or national level. So why are some medal winners giving away their trophies? To help those who need a boost.
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Why HBO Should Be in Charge of History LessonsWith all due respect to Ken Burns, I think his days as America's favorite history-teller are numbered. Like many, I was fascinated by his series on the Civil War, baseball and World War II. But, if I'm totally honest, I must confess that...
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Fast Forward: Something to Think AboutThe story of Rose. How an 87-year-old college student became the greatest teacher on campus.
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Is Etiquette Dead?
On this week's Growing Bolder Radio Show, Marc and Bill interviewed the great-great-granddaughter of etiquette queen Emily Post. Anna Post is pretty hip and has a great new book about wedding etiquette. She's about 18 months too late for my own nuptials...
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Fountain of Youth Springs in Vegas, BabyMega-stars who rose to fame more than three decades ago, including Cher, Elton John and Bette Midler, are finding a new home in Sin City. Find out why the neon desert is such a draw for these smokin' hot stars.
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Ovarian Cancer ... Our Family's Story
If you've planned a wedding, you know how stressful it can be. Who's sitting where? What do you mean hydrangeas are out of season? And a photographer costs HOW much? Two-and-a-half years ago, I was in the throes of dealing with those very issues,...
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Go Under the Knife to Get In That BikiniNo doubt about it, it's swimsuit season once again. Nothing feels better than the sun on your body in the heat of the summer. But then again, nothing feels worse than looking down at your body and wondering what the heck happened to it!
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The Climb of a LifetimeMany try -- not all succeed. But it seems that these days, the biggest names in mountain climbing are people over the age of 50! In fact, a group of 70-year-olds is hoping to smash the record for climbing Mount Everest.
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Bird Lady Flies To HeavenAnn Young was a gift to all winged creatures. Her healing hand saved the lives of thousands of wild birds. Her unexpected death has left a huge void. This is a video tribute in Ann's memory.
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What is the best gift you've ever received and what made it so special?Each week, Growing Bolder asks top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.